Principal Quantum Engineer Job at Microsoft Corporation (Reston)

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Principal Quantum Engineer

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the pla...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics or related field AND 8+ years’ experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field AND 6+ years’ experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field AND 3+ years’ experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR equivalent experience
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Microsoft Cloud Background Check
Citizenship & Citizenship Verification
Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency
Ability to design and build AI agents/copilots
Effective interdisciplinary technical communication skills

Job Responsibility

Lead cross-functional technical work across materials, fabrication, and electrical characterization
Improve operational efficiency and balance and prioritize resources across projects
Review data to glean actionable insights to improve device and material performance
Collaborate effectively across teams, demonstrating clear communication
Embody our culture and values

Fulltime

Principal Quantum Measurement Engineer

Microsoft Quantum has assembled a talented and diverse international team to cre...

Location

Denmark , Copenhagen

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND significant experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR Master's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND solid experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR equivalent experience
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency
Ability to design and build AI agents/copilots that assist with experiment setup, log triage, measurement report generation, protocol templating, and knowledge retrieval

Job Responsibility

Develop and run qubit experiments and recognize opportunities to innovate
Lead collaboration across Quantum teams for efficient use of company expertise, including hardware, software, and algorithms
Seek, understand, and utilize technical input across technical fields
Direct and deploy measurement techniques to advance quantum practices and devices
Direct large-scale experimentation, data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting of results
Embody our culture and values

Fulltime

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Principal Quantum Systems Software Development Engineer

As a Principal Quantum Systems Software Development Engineer in our Quantum Syst...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Doctorate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications
equivalent experience
6+ years programming experience in related programming languages
6+ years experience in a collaborative environment
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Ability to work in an "AI first" environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through hardware development
Familiarity with designing and building AI agents/copilots that assist with experiment setup, log triage, measurement report generation, protocol templating, and knowledge retrieval

Job Responsibility

Integrate the topological qubit platform with Microsoft’s quantum software stack
Define and evolve interfaces between device control/readout, error‑syndrome pipelines, QIR/QDK toolchains, and Azure services
Drive the software architecture and technical roadmap for scale‑up
Lead multi‑year design for control, decoding, and orchestration systems that support progressively larger topological QPUs and higher logical‑qubit counts
Design, implement, integrate, and test major system components
Ship production‑quality services, runtimes, and APIs spanning device orchestration, calibration & tuning automation, data pipelines, observability, and reliability
Use AI every day to go faster and improve quality
Apply Copilot/LLM workflows for design reviews, code generation, test authoring, telemetry triage, and experiment planning
establish team guardrails for responsible AI use in engineering
Lead and mentor

Fulltime

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Principal Quantum Error Correction Software Engineer

Microsoft Quantum has assembled a talented and diverse international team to cre...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Doctorate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 3+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 4+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 6+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
OR equivalent experience
6+ years programming experience in related programming languages
6+ years experience in a collaborative environment
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Ability to apply AI to accelerate engineering while developing shipping & prototype code
Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency

Job Responsibility

Design and develop infrastructure to evaluate fault-tolerance strategies for quantum computing systems, working in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of theorists and experimentalists
Advance the implementation of quantum error correction codes, contributing to the development of both logical and physical qubit architectures
Empower research and experimentation aimed at building scalable, resilient quantum computers capable of delivering practical value
Engage in creative problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration to overcome technical challenges in quantum system design
Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence while embodying Microsoft’s Culture and Values

Fulltime

Principal Nanofabrication Engineer - Quantum

Microsoft Quantum has a talented and diverse international team to create the wo...

Location

Denmark , Copenhagen

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or a related field
Solid work experience in a clean room
Deep theoretical knowledge and practical experience with typical fabrication processes, such as lithography, deposition and wet and dry etch processes, and associated metrology
Practical experience with MES systems, SPC process and failure analysis methodologies
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role

Job Responsibility

Drive the manufacturing and delivery of standardized and exploratory nanoscale components
Data analysis, interpretation of process and testing data to drive for continuous improvement
Technical guidance of equipment engineers and process technicians
Design and build AI agents/copilots that assist with lab workflows, experiment setup, log triage, report generation, protocol templating, and knowledge retrieval
Collaborate with other process, measurement, design teams to drive progress
Coordinate with program management, other experts on priorities and product specifications
Process and equipment troubleshooting
Implementation of process documentation and process control mechanisms
Model safety standards and practices including compliance with policies, adherence to safety in a variety of work environments, and escalating issues with appropriate urgency

Fulltime

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Principal UHV Systems Engineer

Microsoft Quantum has a talented and diverse international team to create the wo...

Location

Denmark , Copenhagen

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related field OR equivalent experience
Solid experience in UHV system design, fabrication, and validation
Strong understanding of vacuum physics, sealing technologies, and material compatibility
Proven ability to review complex designs and identify potential issues before implementation
Demonstrated experience leading complex hardware development projects
Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional work
Experience working with suppliers on technical and quality aspects
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Ability to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter
Provide proof of citizenship or U.S. permanent residency/protected status for export control assessment

Job Responsibility

Act as the primary technical reviewer for UHV hardware designs, ensuring robustness, manufacturability, and compliance with requirements
Lead major hardware development projects, coordinating contributions from multiple engineers and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery
Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to clarify functional needs and translate them into sound engineering solutions
Own the technical roadmap for improving existing tools, identifying opportunities for quality, reliability, and performance enhancements
Drive engineering excellence by improving processes, standards, and design methodologies
Work closely with suppliers to ensure quality, schedule and adherence to specifications
Mentor and support a team of engineers, fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing
Anticipate and mitigate risks early in the design cycle through systematic evaluation and validation
Stay current with UHV technologies, materials, and industry best practices
Embody our Culture and Values

Fulltime

Principal Hardware Technical Program Management - Quantum

Microsoft Quantum team is dedicated to developing the first scalable, fault-tole...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in engineering, physics or a related STEM field, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience.
3+ years of experience managing large-scale, interdisciplinary hardware technology projects from concept to delivery, including system integration, cross-functional team leadership, and coordination across multiple teams.
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role.
Ability to work in an “AI-first” environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through both hardware and software development.
Ability to design and build AI agents/copilots that assist with experiment setup, log triage, measurement report generation, protocol templating, and knowledge retrieval.

Job Responsibility

Program Management: Lead all phases of quantum hardware projects, from concept to delivery, working closely with architects, scientists, and engineers for success. Create concise, data-driven updates on program status, risks, dependencies, and impact for stakeholders and senior executives.
Planning & Roadmapping: Coordinate with leadership and engineering teams to build and maintain clear development roadmaps, align milestones, manage resources, and support long-term goals. Guide Agile processes, encourage transparency, and remove obstacles to meet critical deadlines.
Team Coordination: Ensure effective collaboration across device physics, cryoelectronic, materials science, manufacturing, supply chain, integration, and cloud hardware operations for scalable solutions.
Customer Feedback: Use input from internal and pilot customers to improve hardware and processes. This includes potential customers from US Government.
Risk Mitigation: Identify and reduce risks in technology, scheduling, and operations, applying continuous improvement throughout.
Supplier Relations: Manage external partnerships, enforce quality and safety standards, and drive cross-company compliance.
Culture & Mentorship: Foster respect, collaboration, integrity, inclusivity, and continuous learning within the team.
Other: Embody our Culture and Values.

Fulltime

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Principal Software Program Manager - Quantum

At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the worl...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience
3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role
Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter
Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under U.S. export control regulations, potentially under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of citizenship, U.S. permanent residency or other protected status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, citizenship will be verified via a valid passport
Experience with AI-driven productivity tools

Job Responsibility

Strategy Decisions: drive alignment and clarity of architectural decisions ensuring a well-designed and enduring quantum error correction execution pipeline for our stack
Roadmap & Execution: Plan, lead, and execute against aggressive timelines for the end-to-end quantum error correction workflow, including code exploration and selection, coarse and fine grain modeling and ultimately productization
Driver Software Life Cycle: Manage the full software development lifecycle from design and coding to verification, calibration routines, and integration
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the central interface across quantum teams to ensure alignment, clarity, and timely delivery across multiple stakeholders
Risk Mitigation: Anticipate technical and schedule blockers related to latency, hardware instability, or software bugs and propose migration strategies
Documentation & Standards: Ensure high-quality technical documentation, API specifications, and code standards are maintained
Program Management Excellence: Manage large-scale, cross-functional initiatives spanning software engineering, research, and product strategy. Lead product reviews and demonstrations
Other: Embody our culture and values

Fulltime

Principal Quantum Engineer

Microsoft Corporation

Location:
United States , Reston

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
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Salary:

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Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

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